The Invisible Wounds of War Get ready, because Silicon Valley Reads(SVR) is back for the 1-3. Not only is it back, and better than ever, but SVR now has an entire program just for teens! Wait-a-sec, hold on, pal, just what the heck is Silicon Valley Reads? Well, I’m glad you asked. Simply put, it’s when everyone in Santa Clara County is encouraged to read . . . more »

After the Civil War, men returning from combat suffered from “Soldier’s Heart.” In World War I, some experienced “Shell Shock” and in World War II it was labeled “Battle Fatigue.” During Vietnam, it was the “thousand-yard stare”. Since Vietnam, veterans have been diagnosed with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) or Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI). Every war is different, but all leave indelible psychological, emotional and . . . more »

Can’t get the latest Justin Timberlake song out of your head? Or perhaps there’s an Adele song you’re hooked on that you’d like to listen to, but your iTunes account is empty. Your favorite district library has teamed up with Freegal to offer you your favorite music for free -- and it’s legal! As a cardholder, you have access to over 3 millions songs and . . . more »

In 2013, Silicon Valley Reads explores the theme of Invisible Wounds of War and asks everyone in Santa Clara County to read and think about this important topic. Through our selected books and a variety of free public events for all ages, we hope to engage our community in apolitical discussions about the after effects of war on soldiers and their families. See our schedule . . . more »

Just out! The latest issue of our library newsletter! In This Issue: Freegal Gets You Moving to the Beat! Walk Your Way to Fitness - The Library Can Help! Good News! The Library has Blu-Rays! Teens Can Be Healthy, Too! Healthy Kids in 2013 Health & Fitness Programs at the Library Good Health for an Older Pet from PlaneTree Health Information Center Welcome New Deputy . . . more »

As a part of the forthcoming Silicon Valley Reads 2013 theme “Invisible Wounds of War”, a Knit/Crochet-In is being hosted by the Los Al